How to Prevent Woodpeckers From Pecking Cedar Siding
If you have cedar siding, you may eventually find unwanted woodpeckers pecking at your house. This is a nuisance not only because the sound of pecking is annoying, but because you will have to replace the siding if the woodpecker pecks for long periods of time. The cost of replacing cedar siding adds up very quickly. Avoid the annoyance and spent money by preventing the woodpeckers from pecking your siding. Does this Spark an idea?
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Examine your siding regularly for insect infestation. Woodpeckers feed off of ants, termites and bees that inhabit wood. Spray the insects and the surrounding area with an insecticide if they are present.
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Put 6-inch strips of reflective tape on your siding if you notice woodpeckers coming around. Space the strips every five feet or so. Woodpeckers steer clear of shiny objects.
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Put a large wooden post in your yard with bird seed attached to it. This should be enough to encourage the woodpecker to inhabit it rather than the side of your home.
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Attach an owl decoy on or nearby your house in plain view. Owls are natural predators to woodpeckers, so the decoys may be enough to scare them away. Keep in mind you must move the decoy around daily for this to work effectively.
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Tips & Warnings
Woodpeckers are federally protected. If you harm them or disturb their nests, you risk getting hefty fines. You cannot legally remove a nest from your house if the woodpecker has established one there.
